Monastir

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Monastir, often known as Mīstīr, is a city on Tunisia’s central coast, in the Sahel region (20 km south of Sousse and 162 km south of Tunis). Monastir, formerly a fishing harbor, is today a popular tourist destination. It has a population of around 104,535 people. It is the capital of the Governorate of Monastir.

Monastir is characterised by its strategic position in Tunisia’s central coast, midway between Sousse and Mahdia, and at the crossroads of Kairouan and El Jem. It is a Phoenician city with a long history. It protects the oldest and most significant Ribat in the Maghreb, a magnificent stronghold that is one of Tunisia’s greatest examples of Islamic military construction, because to its strategic position.

Monastir is also regarded for being a very beautiful and serene city.

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Monastir | Introduction

Monastir – Info Card

POPULATION :	104,535
FOUNDED :
TIME ZONE :	CET (UTC1)
LANGUAGE :	Arabic (official and one of the languages of commerce), French (commerce)
RELIGION :	Muslim 98%, Christian 1%, Jewish and other 1%
AREA :
ELEVATION :
COORDINATES :	35°47′N 10°50′E
SEX RATIO :	• Male: 49.57 • Female: 50.43
ETHNIC :	Arab 98%, European 1%, Jewish and other 1%
AREA CODE :	73
POSTAL CODE :	5000

Tourism in Monastir

Monastir is a Tunisian city and one of Northern Africa’s most popular tourist attractions. Monastir is a lovely seaside resort as well as a historical town rich of traditions, set along a stunning coastline with a blue sea and long golden sandy beaches.

Monastir is a vibrant and welcome destination, protected by its ribat, one of Tunisia’s most spectacular strongholds. Its medina, fishing port, marina, and surrounding towns and orchards make it a lively and welcoming destination.

Climate of Monastir

Monastir has a dry Mediterranean climate with hot summers, moderate winters, plenty of sunlight, and little rain throughout the year. The city is located on Tunisia’s central coast towards the northeast. It is warmer than the inland parts of Tunisia, which make about 40% of the country and are part of the Sahara. Even when the humidity is low in the summer, the scorching heat may be difficult to bear. The average high temperature in June is 29 °C, but it rises to 33 °C in July and August after crossing the 30 °C threshold in the middle of the month.

How To Travel To Monastir

Monastir, located 160 kilometers from Tunis, is only a three-hour flight from several major European cities.

Get In - By plane

Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport is located 9 kilometers from the city center. A cab ride costs around 5 TD (3.5 $). The railway station “Airport” is about 200 meters from the airport terminal, making it easy to go to the airport by train between Monastir and Sousse.

Get In - By train

Trains go frequently to Tunis and Sousse in the north and Mahdia in the south. The train station is ideally positioned near the city center.

Prices In Monastir

Tourist (Backpacker) – 29 $ per day. Estimated cost per 1 day including:meals in cheap restaurant, public transport, cheap hotel.

Tourist (regular) – 76 $ per day. Estimated cost per 1 day including:mid-range meals and drinks,transportation, hotel.

MARKET / SUPERMARKET

Milk	1 liter	$0.55
Tomatoes	1 kg	$0.45
Cheese	0.5 kg	$8.50
Apples	1 kg	$1.40
Oranges	1 kg	$0.80
Beer (domestic)	0.5 l	$
Bottle of Wine	1 bottle	$4.00
Coca-Cola	2 liters	$1.00
Bread	1 piece	$0.30
Water	1.5 l	$0.30

RESTAURANTS

Dinner (Low-range)	for 2	$
Dinner (Mid-range)	for 2	$17.00
Dinner (High-range)	for 2	$
Mac Meal or similar	1 meal	$3.20
Water	0.33 l	$0.26
Cappuccino	1 cup	$0.80
Beer (Imported)	0.33 l	$1.00
Beer (domestic)	0.5 l	$
Coca-Cola	0.33 l	$0.55
Coctail drink	1 drink	$

ENTERTAINMENT

Cinema	2 tickets	$8.00
Gym	1 month	$27.00
Men’s Haircut	1 haircut	$
Theatar	2 tickets	$
Mobile (prepaid)	1 min.	$0.06
Pack of Marlboro	1 pack	$2.80

TRANSPORTATION

Gasoline	1 liter	$0.77
Taxi	Start	$
Taxi	1 km	$
Local Transport	1 ticket	$

Sights & Landmarks In Monastir

Ribat. This walled monastery, located near the sea, is a terrific place to explore, with most of the remains accessible by clambering. It may be known to you since it has served as a stand-in for Jerusalem in various films, most famously “Monty Python’s Life of Brian.”
Mausoleum of Bourguiba. This massive mausoleum stands in the middle of a vast cemetery.
Museum of popular arts and traditions of Monastir.Traditional Tunisian clothes are on display, including bridal gowns, adornments, woven household goods, and copper artefacts.
Islamic Arts Museum of Monastir‎. Illuminated manuscripts, Coptic textiles from the fourth to seventh centuries, tissues from the ninth century, Fatimid glass from the tenth and eleventh centuries, Abbasid pottery, gold and silver coins from the tenth and eleventh centuries, and an Arabic astrolabe made in Cordoba in 927 AD are among the highlights.
Marina. Admiring glances, colossal yachts, floating restaurants, and high-end hotels
The Old Port. With its exceptional location and panoramic views, the old symbolic port is a must-see.

Things To Do In Monastir

Touristic bicycle. You may explore the town (ribat, medina, marina, etc.) with your family and friends while reducing CO2 emissions and improving your health. Cycling might be one of the finest decisions you ever make, whether it’s to improve your fitness, health, or bank account, and everyone can construct circuits maps at their own speed based on their preferences and talents. 1€/hour.
Karting, Airport Road, Tourist Area, Near Sahara Beach Hotel, 23400004, e-mail: karting-monastir@hotmail.com. from 10h to 02h in summer and from 09h30 to 19h30 in the rest of the year. The Palm Karting Monastir provides a fantastic value for karting enthusiasts or those who wish to give it a try. There are two circuits in this device (adults and kids). There’s also a coffee shop, a fantastic Mexican restaurant, and a wonderful party room. 980 meters in 15 minutes/15 dinars, and 10 minutes/7 dinars (350 meters).